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- Weekly Drop - February 18
As the newest staff member at Downtown Roanoke Inc, I am learning so much about the city! I have also realized how much great information that we host on www.downtownroanoke.org. I find the following the most helpful:
Virtual Downtown Roanoke Tour (I am a visual learner)
Parking Information (Yes- there are free spots!)
Event Calendar (Downtown Roanoke businesses- add your events here for free!)
Job Listings (This is how I ended up at Downtown Roanoke Inc)
Whether you are a Roanoke native, or new to the area, there is always something new to explore. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest!
Now, let’s get into the good stuff.
-Brittany Smith, Director of Marketing and Communications
Freedom First St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The parade starts at 11:00 am, rain or shine.
Parade Route: Begins on Jefferson Street at Elm Avenue, continues to Campbell Avenue and ends at Williamson Road.
Parade + vendor applications available at www.downtownroanoke.org (through 2/27)
Can't make it to the parade? WZBJ24 will be broadcasting it live!
Freedom First Shamrock Festival
10:00 am-5:00 pm in the John Nolen Plaza (behind the City Market Building). Free admission!
Live music on the Delta Dental Stage, vendors, adult beverages, and more!
We're looking for volunteers! You can sign up here: https://dri.ivolunteer.com/stpats2026
Thank you to our sponsors!
Freedom First Credit Union, Michelob Ultra/ PA Short Distributing, Delta Dental of Virginia, WDBJ7, WZBJ24, K92, Q99, Star Country, WFIR, The Rock Channel, and the City of Roanoke.
Downtown Roanoke has a delicious new addition: Dorothy & Frank’s, now open for lunch on Church Avenue. Blending relaxed Southern comfort with Mediterranean flair and a touch of timeless deli charm, this welcoming spot serves bold, seasonal flavors with a playful, hospitality‑first spirit. Whether you’re craving a thoughtfully crafted meal or looking for a creative, inclusive space to gather with friends, Dorothy & Frank’s is already shaping up to be a vibrant new hub downtown.
Thursday, February 19:
Peaceful Paint Night (Roanoke Higher Ed Center)
Soulacoustix (The Haven)
Friday, February 20th:
Paint Your Person (Starr Hill Brewery)
“Crowns”: (Historic Dumas Theatre)
Ramona and the Holy Smokes (Martin’s)
Saturday, February 21:
Art Venture Free Day- Lunar New Year (Taubman Muesum of Art)
Roanoke Baroque + Eye Planetarium (Science Museum of Western VA)
William Seymour (Big Lick Brewing)
Sunday, February 22:
Roanoke Writer’s Meetup (Blindhouse Beer Company)
Daily: Caribbica Soul (2:00-6:00 pm)
Monday: Inka Grill (Mon-Thur, 5:00 - 7:00 pm), Martin's (Mon-Sat, 4:00-7:00 pm), The Vault at The Liberty Trust (Mon-Thur, 4:00-6:00 pm), Three Notch'd Brewing (Mon- Fri, 3:00-6:00 pm), Tuco's (Mon-Fri, 3:00-6:00 pm)
Tuesday: Starr Hill (6:00-8:00 pm), Corned Beef (Tue-Fri, 4:00-7:00 pm), Jaybird Tavern (Tue-Fri, 4:00- 7:00 pm), Lucky (Tue-Sat, 5:00-7:00 pm),
Wednesday: Three Notch'd Brewing (Case Specials)
Thursday: The Hatch (all day), Big Lick Brewing (4:00-7:00 pm), Olde Salem Brewing (4:00-6:00 pm), Stock (Thur-Sat, 4:00-7:00 pm), Starr Hill (5:30-6:30 pm)
Friday: 202 Social House (4:00-6:00 pm), Golden Cactus (12:00-4:00 pm)
